Sometimes you need just a drop-dead simple side, and especially this time of year (August) why not take advantage of all the summer veggies to be had at their freshest (and cheapest) and in abundance? That’s where this Lemon Pepper Vegetable Saute comes into play. I know sheet pan veggies are all the rage these days, but I chose to use a skillet- fast, easy and sometimes, you just don’t want to heat up that oven.
Grilled Blackened Cajun Chicken Breasts with Lemon Pepper Vegetable Sautes
Hot, sticky summer days are here – perfect days to think about NOT heating up the house and about eating light & healthy. And when light and healthy means cool and delicious, too, like this Pesto Pasta Salad, that’s a winner.
Pesto Pasta Salad is not your every day salad – perfect for a meal or a party
Good news! I was just outside and there was a cool wind! By cooler, I mean cool (85 degrees F) compared to what we’ve had, in the high 90s and low hundreds. I think that nasty old heat dome is passing by! I wanted to throw up my arms and dance. And maybe I did, just a little. 🙂 I was like Rose in The Titanic. Well, older, chunkier, and without Leonardo DiCaprio…or the ship. Ok, so I was just an old lady smiling into the breeze. 🙂
I believe any food can be made delicious with the right treatment, but I’ve had a hard time warming up to squashes. Too often, I’ve served them because they’re so good for us but my sister-in-law showed me the error of my ways. This little side dish of zucchini and yellow squash is absolutely scrumptious!
Summer Squashes with Herbed Yogurt Sauce
Ratatouille has become a favorite at home, surprisingly much liked by my meat-loving, nearly adult son! The flavors of this Provencal vegetable stew are outstanding; it tastes like summer, fresh and vibrant. That’s one reason he loves it!
Ratatouille
